The solution aligns with the IT processes required to make cloud work in the enterprise including planning, procurement, deployment, operations and governance.

CloudMatrix allows customers to move from a slow service-request (trouble ticket) model to a new design-to-order model.

Gravitant’s capabilities will be integrated into IBM Global Technology Services unit. IBM Cloud plans to add them into its software-as-a-service (SaaS) offerings.

IBM global technology services senior vice-president Martin Jetter said: "Gravitant provides an innovative approach to add choice and simplicity to how enterprises can now manage their environments. It will be a key component as we broaden our hybrid cloud services."

The move follows IBM’s recent agreement to acquire The Weather Company’s product and technology businesses to enhance its cloud ecosystem.

The deal, which is said to be worth about $2bn, includes The Weather Company’s B2B, mobile and cloud-based web properties, as well as WSI, weather.com, Weather Underground and The Weather Company brand.